Description
Ranch Crack Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer loaded with tender shredded chicken, crispy bacon, ranch seasoning, and melted cheese. This irresistible dip is perfect for game days, parties, potlucks, and family gatherings. Serve it warm with crackers, chips, or vegetables for a crowd-pleasing snack everyone loves.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
For the Dip
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Serving
- Tortilla chips
- Crackers
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
- Toasted bread slices
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Shred cooked chicken and set aside. Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble into small pieces.
- Mix the creamy base: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the fillings: Stir in shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, bacon, and green onions until fully combined.
- Bake the dip: Spread the mixture into a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Garnish with extra bacon, cheddar, and green onions. Serve warm with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
For an extra creamy dip, use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded cheese. This recipe can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ranch crack chicken dip, chicken bacon ranch dip, creamy chicken dip, cheesy party dip, game day appetizer, easy dip recipe